Breakfast with Santa at Plain & Fancy Farm
December 20
Enter the festively decorated venue and be greeted by the delicious aroma of breakfast favorites…there’s even a hot chocolate station! Visit with Santa and smile wide for professionally captured photos.
Ice Cream with Santa at Turkey Hill Experience
December 14
Join Santa for a magical time filled with fun activities, beautiful decorations, and of course, plenty of delicious Turkey Hill Ice Cream!
Breakfast with Santa at Barnyard Kingdom
November 29 & 30, December 6, 7, 13 & 14
Enjoy a hearty Farm-to-Fork breakfast, visit with Santa, and have a photo with him. Then, enjoy Barnyard Kingdom activities. Also available is a train ride to cut your own Christmas tree or just enjoy the ride around the farm.
Breakfast with Santa & Friends at Kitchen Kettle Village
November 29, December 6, 13 & 20
The magic is back...make your holidays merry & bright with a visit to Kitchen Kettle Village. Enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast in the newly renovated Kling House Restaurant, caroling with our Holiday Elf, a fun scavenger hunt, and of course, be ready to share your holiday wish list with Santa and a few of his friends.
Breakfast with Santa at Spooky Nook Sports
December 20
Spend the morning eating a yummy buffet, playing holiday games in Elf Village, and hearing a story read by Santa himself!
Dinner with Mrs. Claus and Yummie at Kitchen Kettle Village
November 28, December 5, December 12 & December 19
Add some magic to the hustle and bustle of the holidays and enjoy a special evening with Mrs. Claus and Yummie at the Kling House Restaurant.
Ice Cream with Santa at Turkey Hill Experience
December 14
Join Santa for a magical time filled with fun activities, beautiful decorations, and of course, plenty of delicious Turkey Hill Ice Cream!
Christmas Trains at Strasburg Rail Road
November 15 - December 24
Join the Strasburg Rail Road for one or more of their Christmas Trains! Each train has different options & dates, check them out: Santa's Paradise Express, Night Before Christmas, Christmas Tree Train, and Christmas Caboose Charter.
Santa’s Surprise Train at The Middletown and Hummelstown Railroad
Select dates November 29 - December 21
Sit back and relax during a ride through Swatara Creek Valley. Santa will make an appearance with gifts for children.
Polar Bear Express at The Middletown and Hummelstown Railroad
Select dates November 22 - December 21
All aboard to the North Pole to find Santa! The Conductor will share a special Christmas story with the kids, and at the North Pole, Santa will board the train with a special gifts!
Santa Express at Stone Gables Estate
Select dates November 21- December 23
Sing along to your favorite Christmas tunes as the replica steam locomotive winds its way through the Stone Gables Estate—Santa will make a surprise visit with a treat for each child!
Santa Express Train Ride at Northern Central Railway
Select dates December 5 - December 21
The train is decked out for the festive season, awaiting the arrival of Santa! Board the train at the historic New Freedom Train Station and ride with Kris Kringle to Glen Rock. If you’re on the NICE list, Santa will have a special gift for you!
Santa & Goats at Amish Farm & House
December 13
Visit the farm for a festive photo opportunity with Santa’s sleigh and baby goats, his charming little “helpers”. This year, make your family Christmas photo truly unique. And remember, it's a pet-loving farm, so bring along your furry companions to join in the festivities.
Dutch Winter Wonderland at Dutch Wonderland
Select nights November 15 - December 31
Take in thousands of twinkling lights as you wind your way through the kingdom to meet Santa.
The 2025 Christmas Show: Deck the Halls at American Music Theatre
Select dates November 7 - December 30
Witness the magic and splendor of American Music Theatre’s holiday celebration production.
Bird-in-Hand Christmas Village at Bird-in-Hand Bakery & Cafe
December 13
Meet Santa (and maybe some of his reindeer) during the festivities at Bird-in-Hand Christmas Village! Caroling, bonfires, and cookie decorating, plus a visit from Santa, will put you in the Christmas spirit!
Mayor’s Tree Lighting at Lancaster Central Market & City Square
November 28
Venture Downtown for the arrival of Santa, the lighting of the tree, and live entertainment!
Christmas on Main - New Holland
November 29
Santa Claus is coming to New Holland during the annual Christmas on Main event!
Santa's House at Mainspring of Ephrata
November 29 - December 20
Come visit Santa at his festive house in downtown Ephrata! Bring the family to snap a holiday photo and share your wish list with Santa before he flies back to the North Pole to prepare for Christmas.
Photos with Santa at Park City Center
November 14 - December 24
Don't miss Santa pictures at Park City Center! Walk-ups are welcome every day until closing time, or book ahead online.
Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve & Day in Lancaster, PA
Enjoy a holiday meal at one of these great restaurants!
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Things to do with Kids during the Holidays in Lancaster, PA
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Celebrate the Holidays at Dutch Winter Wonderland
Make lasting family memories at Dutch Winter Wonderland, an award-winning holiday attraction in Lancaster, PA.
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